Mattie Church Strong was born on June 17, 1941 in Cape Charles, VA to the late Mattie and Winston Church, Sr. Mattie attended Northampton County High School and later received her Associates of Secretarial Science Degree at Norfolk State University.
On July 15, 1962, she was united in Holy matrimony to Harry L. Strong. She faithfully served Norfolk State University and its students as a financial aid administrator for over 35 years until she retired. During her retirement, she enjoyed caring for her family and friends, watching her beloved Steelers, and beholding the green and gold.
She was predeceased by her mother and father, Mattie and Winston Church, Sr; three sisters, Annie Green, Willie Pettijohn, and Lena Barron and one brother, Winston Church, Jr. She leaves to mourn, a devoted husband of 57 years, Harry L. Strong; one sister, Tykisha Brown (Clinton Brown) of Wilmington, DE; two daughters, DeAngela Strong of Norfolk, VA and Sophia Strong of Norfolk, VA; one son, Laval Church of Wilmington, DE; two grandchildren, Laval Church of Wilmington, DE and Marissa Booth of Norfolk, VA; four great grandchildren, Malana Church, Carter Church, Quadir Clark of Wilmington, DE and Kaiden Whitehead of Norfolk, VA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Estherine Harding, NSU Retiree says
August 19, 2019 at 8:53 pmOffering sincere sympathy and prayers to the family of Mattie Strong, a former Norfolk State University colleague. Mattie was a very kind, generous, and well respected individual who always maintained a quiet spirit.
May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
Deboron Elliott and Administration says
August 28, 2019 at 2:13 pmCapeCharles//Northampton Heritage group sadly missing
Your loved one who shared so
Lovingly and kindly with us . She was a fine example of community and family. She will forever be part of us and our Heritage.
Lamont Brown-Kroeger says
August 19, 2019 at 9:07 pmTo Harry and the family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Mrs.Srong was a beautiful neighbor when I lived down the street. Bobby told me that she’s been sick and Ive been keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you all from the neighborhood. I’m now living in Phoenix, Az. I’m praying for your strength though this difficult time.
Lamont Brown-Kroeger from 1007.
Pastor James & Shelia Jones says
August 19, 2019 at 10:08 pmOur condolences & prayers are with the family. May God continue to strengthen you during this difficult time. Mattie was a very sweet & loving person. She had such a beautiful smile. Not only was she one of my colleagues at Norfolk State University, she & Harry was our friends. Each time we visit them we always had fun & laughter. We are truly going miss Mattie, but never forgotten.
Love you much
Chatay Epps says
August 21, 2019 at 10:52 pmTo Mr Strong and Family our Condolences go out to you and your Family
Darryl and Chatay Epps and Family
Thomasine McGruder says
August 22, 2019 at 1:28 pmDeAngela and family you have my deepest sympathy. I pray God strength and guide you all doing this time of the lost of your mom,grandma and wife. God bless you all
Angie Carney Willoughby says
August 22, 2019 at 3:20 pmTo The Strong Family,
I am sending my heart-felt condolences. Mattie was such a sweet person. I met her at NSU when I was doing work study for Mrs Ethel Joyner. She worked across the hall from me…but was always there to help me.
#Angie Carney
Patrick McAllister says
August 22, 2019 at 7:18 pmI was a long time neighbor on Dubose Dr,Mrs. Strong will be missed.
My deepest condolences to the Strong family.
Mrs. Louise M. Whitehurst and Sons, Anthony, Richard and Tracy says
August 23, 2019 at 11:59 amTo All the members of the Strong family. We will always have fond memories of your mother. Her quick smile and positive attitude always cheered us up. Everyone who knew her will miss her. She was such a valuable asset to our community, and we all feel the loss very deeply. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. With sincere condolences. The Whitehurst Family.
Linda Davis says
August 23, 2019 at 9:17 pmMy condolences and prayers are with the family. Mattie was a very loving, kind, and sweet person. She was my co-worker when I worked at NSU. She will be missed by her family and friends. My sincere condolences.
Kimberley Scruggs says
August 23, 2019 at 3:04 pmI will miss Mrs. Strong, she was just like a member of our family. I wish that I could be there for the Strong family, but I am praying for each of you from afar. Much love to each of you. She will be missed by our family. Kimberley Scruggs, Murfreesboro, Tn.
Connie Taylor says
August 23, 2019 at 5:59 pmMy thoughts and prayers for the family. Mattie was a friend and coworker who will be missed. Just keep your hands in God’s hands and he will direct your path.
Connie Taylor
Bertha Rogers (coworker) says
August 23, 2019 at 6:24 pmTo the Strong Family…During this difficult time, of Mattie’s passing, I pray that all of you will find strength and comfort in knowing that my thoughts and heart felt care goes out to you. We will truly miss her.She was a lovely person.